DUI Penalties in Tampa, FL

What are the penalties for a DUI in Tampa? That depends mainly on the circumstances surrounding your arrest. While you may receive the minimum penalties if convicted, aggravating circumstances can lead to you receiving the maximum sentence, or even pushing your charges into felony territory. Most penalties fall somewhere within the following listed guidelines:

DUI First Offense

Jail Time: 1 day-6 months

Probation: 1 day-1 year

Fines: $250-500

Suspended License: 6 months-1 year

Mandatory 10 day impoundment

Ignition Interlock Device: Up to 6 months

Community Service: Up to 50 hours

Mandatory DUI School and Alcohol/Drug Counseling

DUI Second Offense

Jail Time: 10 days-9 months

Probation: 1 day-1 year

Fines: $500-1,000

Suspended License: 5 years

Mandatory 10-30 day impoundment

Ignition Interlock Device: 1 year minimum

Mandatory DUI School and Alcohol/Drug Counseling

DUI Third Offense

Jail Time: 30 day-1 year

Probation: 1 day-1 year

Fines: $1,000-2,500

Suspended License: 10 years

Mandatory 10-90 day impoundment

Ignition Interlock Device: 2 year minimum

Mandatory DUI School and Alcohol/Drug Counseling

DUI Fourth Offense (Misdemeanor)

Jail Time: 30 day-1 year

Probation: 1 day-1 year

Fines: $1,000-2,500

Suspended License: PERMANENT

Mandatory 10 day impoundment

Ignition Interlock Device: 2 year minimum

Mandatory DUI School and Alcohol/Drug Counseling

DUI Fourth Offense (Felony)

Jail Time: 1 day-5 years in state prison

Probation: 1 day-5 years

Fines: $1,000-5,000

Suspended License: PERMANENT

Mandatory 10-90 day impoundment

Ignition Interlock Device: 2 year minimum

Mandatory DUI School and Alcohol/Drug Counseling

Florida is tough on DUI offenses: as you can see, even a first-time offense can result in fines and months of jail time. If you are facing any sort of DUI charges, you cannot afford to risk your freedom by going without legal representation from a skilled DUI defense attorney. Contact us to schedule a free consultation with a top Tampa DUI attorney today.